Law and Visas Recruitment for Trainee Accountant

Law and Visas is an Immigration Law Firm based in Lagos Nigeria. The firm has been operating in Nigeria for 10 years. We are a leading firm in Immigration Services.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Trainee Accountant
Job Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Contract

Job Summary

• We are seeking a diligent and detail-oriented Trainee Accountant with at least 1 year of experience to join our finance team. 
• The ideal candidate will support the day-to-day accounting operations while gaining hands-on experience in financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Financial Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, payments, and bank reconciliations.
• Accounts Support: Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts, financial reports, and budget tracking.
• Compliance & Documentation: Support the finance team in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and internal financial policies.
• Audit Preparation: Help prepare financial documents and schedules required for audits.
• Expense Tracking: Monitor office expenses and ensure all expense claims are properly documented and processed.
• Data Entry & Reconciliation: Carry out accurate data entry of accounting information and assist with reconciling discrepancies.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the finance manager and other departments to support smooth financial operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in an accounting or finance-related role.
• Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks, Sage).
• Willingness to learn and grow in a professional finance environment.
• High attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
• Integrity, discretion, and a commitment to accuracy.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Mentorship and support for professional development (e.g., ICAN, ACCA).
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a reputable law firm.
• A collaborative and growth-focused work environment.
• Clear career progression for high-performing team members.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a Cover Letter detailing their relevant experience to: hr@lawandvisas.com using "Trainee Accountant" as the subject of the email.